American · Dinner · Easy
Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos
- Total
- 30 min
- Prep
- 15 min
- Serves
- 4
- Calories
- 500
Spiced white fish flakes into warm tortillas with avocado, lettuce and salsa, finished with a lemon-garlic sour cream drizzle.
The spice coating gives Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos a browned crust while the fish stays tender underneath. Cool vegetables and a sharp cream sauce balance the heat without burying the fish in a heavy batter.
Use firm fillets of similar thickness and check whether the Cajun seasoning already contains salt. Add cayenne sparingly; the blend may be hot enough on its own.
Method
Mix sour cream with lemon zest, half the lemon juice and garlic. Pat cod dry and coat with Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook cod for per side until browned, opaque and 145°F at the thickest point. Lift onto a plate and break into large flakes.
Warm flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for per batch, turning until flexible. Fill with avocado, lettuce, scallions, salsa and fish, then drizzle with the sour cream sauce and remaining lemon juice.
Forkue tips
- If the spice crust darkens before the center cooks, lower the heat and cover the skillet briefly.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate cooked fish and sauce separately for up to 2 days. Warm the fish gently in a covered skillet and assemble with fresh lettuce and warm tortillas.
Kitchen gear
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Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos: FAQ
Can I use another fish?
Yes. Haddock, pollock or tilapia works if the fillets are firm enough to turn; thickness determines the cooking time.
Can I use corn tortillas?
Yes. Warm them until pliable and check that the spice blend and salsa contain no gluten if serving a gluten-free meal.
How do I store and reheat Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos?
Refrigerate cooked fish and sauce separately for up to 2 days. Warm the fish gently in a covered skillet and assemble with fresh lettuce and warm tortillas.
How long does Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos take?
About 30 min in total: 15 min prep and 15 min cooking.
What do I need to make Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos?
The key ingredients are cod, cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, flour tortillas, avocado and lettuce, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos?
If the spice crust darkens before the center cooks, lower the heat and cover the skillet briefly.
